C. Stoker Data-verified

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C. Stoker's research focuses on the conditions and challenges associated with human exploration of Mars. This work investigates the potential habitability of Martian landing sites, with a particular emphasis on the subsurface environment and the search for extant life. Publications address the detection of microbial biomarkers through drilling simulations in hyperarid environments, such as the Atacama Desert, utilizing rover technology.

Further research by Stoker examines the knowledge gaps in planetary protection that need to be addressed to enable safe crewed missions to Mars. This includes studies on simulating Martian conditions and developing strategies for life detection and sample handling in extraterrestrial contexts. The researcher's work contributes to the broader scientific effort to understand Mars' potential for harboring life and the technological and safety considerations for future human exploration.

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• h-index: 34
• Publications: 304
• Citations: 5,857